Take a moment to imagine that you are welcoming the New Year with an additional S$300 along with you, and this money is for the very purpose of relieving the stress caused by daily expenses such as groceries and hawkers’ meals. That is precisely what is in store for every family in Singapore in January 2026.
To help people cope with the problem of rising costs, the Singapore government has already made this announcement in the previous year’s Budget as part of the enhancement of the cost-of-living support, the S$300 CDC Vouchers tranche will be finished with the S$800 package for the financial year.
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What Are The Latest Details On The S$300 CDC Vouchers?
The S$300 tranche is the second part of the S$800 CDC Vouchers that were announced in Budget 2025. The first S$500 was distributed in May 2025, following an earlier S$300 in January 2025. The claiming starts in early January 2026 through the official portal. Households receive an SMS notification with a unique link once the claim has been made.
The vouchers are meant to be completely digital for the sake of convenience. One member of the household logs in with Singpass to claim for all. No income checks are performed. The scheme aims to provide extensive relief while at the same time helping central area businesses.
CDC Vouchers Breakdown Over Recent Years
| Year/Period | Amount per Household | Tranche Details | Expiry Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 2025 | S$300 | First standard tranche | 31 December 2025 |
| May 2025 | S$500 | First part of Budget 2025 boost | 31 December 2025 |
| January 2026 | S$300 | Second part of Budget 2025 boost | 31 December 2026 |
| Total 2025 Support | S$800 | Combined May + January 2026 | Varies by tranche |
Who Qualifies And How To Claim Seamlessly
Every household that has at least one Singapore citizen as a member automatically qualifies. About 1.3 million households are expected to benefit from the scheme. No application or waiting in line is necessary.
It takes just a few minutes to claim the vouchers. Go to vouchers.cdc.gov.sg or go.gov.sg/cdcv. Use Singpass to log in. You will receive an SMS link that will allow you to access the vouchers. The link can be shared with family members, so the spending can be shared too.
Elderly people or those who do not have a Singpass can designate someone to act on their behalf at the community clubs by providing the necessary documents. Be careful not to get scammed—official communications will never ask for your bank details.
Where And How To Spend Your Vouchers Wisely
The S$300 is divided evenly: S$150 is allocated for participating street-level retailers and shops, and S$150 goes to big grocery stores. The intention is to provide small businesses with the necessary funds while still covering essentials.
Look for the yellow CDC sticker at the stores. Some of the big supermarkets are NTUC FairPrice, Sheng Siong, and Prime. Thousands of hawkers and small shops in your area are also taking part in the program.
When you are ready, show your digital QR code at the register. The vendor will scan it, and the amount will be automatically deducted from the right category. You can check your remaining balance using the app or the link.
Some strategies for getting the most out of your vouchers are:
- Using the supermarket portion for buying groceries in large quantities.
- Enjoying the best hawker food.
- Using store promotions in conjunction with your vouchers to make the total price even lower.
This tranche will be available until 31 December 2026, so you have plenty of time to spend it all.
The new year would certainly be much easier for families to cope with because of the January S$300 CDC Vouchers offer practical and no-fuss support. The scheme not only stimulates the economic growth of the community but also strengthens community resilience. So make a quick claim in the New Year and let every dollar go a long way into making the year of 2026 brighter.
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